Establishing a Foundation for Quality Improvement with the Bronze Award

Awards and Recognition; Quality Award
 

Is your long term and post-acute care center or community dedicated to providing quality care and improving the lives of residents? The National Quality Award Program invites you to augment your commitment to quality by starting your journey with the Bronze Award level. 

The Bronze Award helps applicants build a solid foundation for ongoing quality improvement, which is further developed at the Silver and Gold Award levels. Here’s how you can prepare for a successful start with the Bronze Award: 

Essential Resources for New and Returning Bronze Applicants:  
  1. Comprehensive Bronze Application Packets: Tailored for SNF, ID/DD, and AL communities. This packet contains program policies, key information on completing your application, and the criteria questions.  
  2. Month-to-Month Roadmap: A detailed guide to navigate the Bronze application process effectively. 
  3. Bronze 10-Week Plan: A recommended outline to complete the Bronze application within a 10-week period. 
  4. Kick-Off Webinar Recording: Gain insights and guidance from Quality Award staff to kickstart your application. 
  5. Bronze Criteria Series: Deepen your understanding of the Bronze criteria through education videos that step through each criterion.  

Embark on the first step of your Quality Award journey and demonstrate your excellence in action.  


Visit the Quality Award website for 2025 Bronze materials and contact the Quality Award Program at qualityaward@ahca.org with questions or inquiries.